A Rochester High School teacher has lost her job and is under police investigation for allegations described as “inappropriate conduct” with students.

According to Rochester Community School District Superintendent Robert Shaner, the alleged incidents happened during after-school hours. The teacher, who officials aren’t naming, was fired immediately after a district investigation was completed.

Details on what is alleged to have occurred aren’t being released by RCS as an investigation continues by the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office has confirmed the investigation but won’t provide additional information at this time.

On Tuesday, Shaner issued this letter to RCS families:

Dear RCS Families,

We were notified today of an alleged incident involving the inappropriate conduct of a Rochester High School teacher with students during after-school hours. Following the completion of a district investigation, the teacher has been terminated, effective immediately.

The investigation with local law enforcement continues. As I’m sure you are aware, when there is an ongoing investigation, we cannot publicly share details that could have a negative impact on the investigation. Protecting our children remains our priority.

Rochester Community Schools is committed to providing a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment for every student. District personnel are required to meet the highest standards of personal integrity, professionalism, and performance. Employees whose conduct or performance falls short of expectations will be subject to disciplinary action.

All members of our school community will experience an environment where they are safe, valued, and respected. We appreciate your support to encourage your son or daughter to talk to a trusted adult if they see, hear, or experience something that doesn’t seem right. They can also anonymously report information using OK2SAY at https://www.michigan.gov/ok2say.

Sincerely,

Robert Shaner, Ph.D.

Superintendent

When asked for further comment, Shaner reiterated his message: "We are committed to providing a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment for every student. District personnel are required to meet the highest standards of personal integrity, professionalism, and performance. Employees whose conduct or performance falls short of expectations will be subject to disciplinary action."

The Oakland Press will provide more information on the allegations as it becomes available.

In the neighboring Avondale School District, a former coach and hall monitor is charged with a sex-related crimes involving a 15-year-old student. Corey Gonzales, 35, faces three counts of third-degree criminal sexual conduct which allegedly began in 2017. Gonzales voluntarily resigned at the onset of the investigation leading up to the charges, according to officials in that district. He’s scheduled for a jury trial in March.